10 Hot Bikes From Japan's Major Motor Show

Every two years, Tokyo's Motor Show provides a platform for the Japanese manufacturers to display their wild concept cars and production models on a hometown stage. But unlike many other auto shows around the globe, in Tokyo that stage is shared with motorcycles, too. Some of these bikes are concepts aimed directly at the Japanese market. But many are production bikes we'll likely see in the U.S. soon. Here are 10 of the most interesting bikes at this year's Tokyo show.

Kawasaki W800

Kawasaki W800

The U.S. gets plenty of classically styled bikes from Triumph, Harley-Davidson, and, sometimes, Ducati. However, few Japanese bikes packing that retro vibe head over to our side of the pond. Kawasaki's W800—an update in engine size from the W650—was new last year, and its a beautifully designed bike. It's the attention to detail, such as the metal switchgear, that make this bike so desirable. We'd like to see it come over to our roads.

Yamaha XTW250 Ryoku Concept

Yamaha XTW250 Ryoku Concept

The new XTW250 Ryoku is like the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon of the motorcycle world: built for rough riding adventures. Unlike most dual-sport bikes, the Ryoku wears fat tires to help slog through the mud and a larger fuel tank for extended range. It packs plenty of utility with a heavy-duty rear rack that can handle all manner of camping gear. It even comes with an engine guard that can be removed and used as a spade, as well as two 110V AC plugs. Hopefully this concept becomes reality.